Jury Duty Scam!

Be on alert – don't fall for a jury duty scam.

An ongoing jury duty scam has once again been reported in South Florida. Scammers may claim you missed jury service and demand immediate payment, or threaten you with fines, arrest, or jail time if you do not comply.

Victims have reported receiving phone calls and other communications from individuals posing as law enforcement officers or impersonating Circuit Court Judges.

Remember, the court will never contact you initially by phone, email, or text message regarding jury service. Official jury duty summonses are sent only by mail.

For more information, read the Notice of Jury Duty Scam and what you need to know about jury duty scams.

Perform jury duty or face penalties

Did you know, beginning in June 2026, the 17th Judicial Circuit will start enforcing penalties for individuals who fail to appear for jury duty? Probably not because this law has seldomly been enforced in Broward County, but is now changing.

Effective June 1, 2026, anyone who fails to comply to a jury duty summons may receive an Order to Show Cause requiring them to reschedule their jury service within 60 days, or appear before a judge. Failure to take either action may result in a fine of up to $100, contempt of court, or a combination of these penalties.

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